Social Work (MSW)
Please visit the program page to learn about curriculum, faculty, careers, and more! You may also be interested in seeing our course descriptions. To request more information about our on-campus MSW program, please complete an inquiry form.
How to Apply
Application Form for New Applicants (Fall 2021)
Please use the link below to apply to all of our MSW on-campus programs for Fall 2021 (MSW, MSW Advanced Standing, MSW Trauma Practice Certificate, MSW Healthcare Certificate, MSW School Social Work Licensure and MSW MPP Certificate and Non-Matriculated.)
Editing Your Current Application
If you have already started an application to one of our programs, please edit your application by visiting your self-service portal. To avoid any mix-up or errors on your application, please be sure to select the appropriate link for your application.
Non-Matriculating Program
The non-matriculating program is available to prospective students who wish to enroll in one or two courses before formally applying to our Master's in Social Work program. In some instances, applicants may be required by the Office of Admissions to enroll in the non-matriculating program prior to formal matriculation. The non-matriculating option and course offerings are available on a space available basis.
Admission Deadlines
MSW Program Admission Deadlines Fall 2021
- January 29, 2021 – Early Admission Deadline
- March 1, 2021 – Regular Deadline
- July 30, 2021 – Rolling Admission Deadline
January 29, 2021 – Early Admission Deadline for priority consideration for Merit Scholarship Review (Non-Binding)
Prospective students who apply at any time before or by January 29, 2021 will receive early admission decisions and will have priority consideration for merit scholarships. Applications have to be submitted online before or by January 29th. Admission decision letters will be mailed before or by March 1, 2021 to all prospective students who apply before or by January 29, 2021. Accepted applicants who are eligible for merit scholarships will also receive their merit scholarship award letters.
All application materials must be received by the deadline.
The Office of Student Financial Services will mail accepted applicants a separate letter that will include complete financial aid information, including merit scholarship if eligible, and information about federal educational loans.
March 1, 2021 – Regular Deadline
Prospective students who apply at any time after January 29th and before/or by March 1st will have their admission decision letters mailed before or by April 15, 2021. Applications have to be submitted online before or by March 1, 2021. Prospective students who apply by March 1st will be also considered for merit scholarships.
The Office of Student Financial Services will mail accepted applicants a separate letter that will include complete financial aid information, including merit scholarship if eligible, and information about federal educational loans.
July 30, 2021 – Rolling Admission Deadline for the three year and four year Extended MSW Programs (Deadline for only Extended MSW Program)
Rolling admission is for those applicants who apply for the Extended/Part-time MSW program after March 1st. Rolling admission is done on a space-available basis. As soon as applicant files are completed, the admission committee will review their files, and notify applicants within 2 weeks. Prospective students who apply on the rolling admission basis will be considered for merit scholarships if scholarship funds are still available.
Resources
Tuition and fees
Tuition and fees at Simmons are updated annually each spring. They are assessed each semester based on the number of credits enrolled, the level of degree, and the particular program of study.
Merit scholarships and funding options
We believe that your exceptional academic preparation and hard work should be rewarded.
Health insurance
All students taking 9 or more credits are required by Massachusetts State law to enroll in the Student Health Insurance Plan or be covered by a health insurance plan with comparable coverage.